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Formula One
Formula one is generally referred to or abbreviated as F1; this is the highest level of FIA-sanctioned bodies in opened wheel racing. FIA stands for Federationale de l' Automobile.
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Who won the 1965 Formula One World Championship?
The 1950 Formula One season included the inaugural FIA Formula One World Championship season, which commenced on May 13, 1950, and ended on September 3 after 7 races. The championship consisted of six Formula One races in Europe plus the Indianapolis 500, which was run to AAA/USAC regulations. Numerous other Formula One races, which did not count towards the Championship, were also held during the year. The inaugural World Championship, to a formula which specified engine capacity of 1.5 litres supercharged or 4.5 litres unsupercharged, saw Alfa Romeo dominate with their supercharged 158, a well-developed pre-war design, which won all six European Grands Prix. Alfa drivers consequently dominated the championship with Farina edging out Fangio by virtue of his fourth place in Belgium. Although the Indianapolis 500, which ran to different regulations, was included in the championship series until 1960, it attracted very little European participation and, conversely, very few American Indianapolis drivers entered any grand prix. Championship points were given to top 5 finishers (8, 6, 4, 3, 2). 1 point was given for the fastest lap. Only the best four of seven scores counted towards the World Championship. Points for shared drives were divided equally between the drivers, regardless of how many laps each driver drove. Nino Farina who drove for the team Alfa Romeo won the championship with 30 points
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Is formula 1 the biggest spectator sport in the world?
No it isn't, the number one spectator sport in the world is football. Other sports in the same list may include basketball, volleyball, cricket, baseball and other versions of football (American, rugby). Different countries may have different rankings, depending on the type of sport it is and this may effect the rankings in that particular country.
Which are the Formula 1 flags?
There are many color flags used in F1 racing. Some important flags are: a. Green flag - Start or Restart of a race b. Yellow flag - Caution (Usually in parts of the circuit where accidents have happened) c. Red flag - Race stopped d. Blue flag - To allow overtaking of the following car which is one lap ahead e. Chequered flag - Successful completion of race
What are three main safety features of an F1 car?
Formula One racing is considered one of the most dangerous sports for drivers because of the high speeds and challenging courses. Many of the rules in Formula One racing are designed with driver safety in mind and constructors are always looking at new design features to enhance driver safety. Formula One racing rules require that a driver must be able to get out of the racecar quickly. The exit must be accomplished in less than five seconds with the removal of nothing more than the steering wheel. According to FIA rules the steering wheel must also be able to be re-installed within five seconds to allow for quick removal of a car from the track to insure the safety of other Formula One racing drivers. The cockpit area of a Formula One racing car is referred to as the survival cell. In Formula One racing, the survival cell is equipped with a rollover protection hoop as well as front and rear crash protection features. Recent changes have focused on making side walls taller and stronger to protect the driver's head from flying debris. Formula One racing cars are put through crash tests to determine their ability to safely protect the driver. Although fires are rare in Formula One racing today, fire safety precautions are still an important part of driver safety. The clothing worn by race drivers are made from fireproof materials designed to protect the driver in case of fire until it can be extinguished. Design of the clothing must also take into account the extreme conditions that Formula One racing drivers face during a race. During a race drivers must endure extremely high temperatures inside the care and must wear items that allow sweat to escape to avoid overheating. Specially designed fabric that meets both the fireproof and wear-ability factors is used for everything, including the thread and sponsor patches on the uniform as well as the underwear worn by the driver. The shoulders on overalls worn by Formula One racing drivers have to large safety handles. Because FIA rules require that a driver be removed quickly from his car while strapped into the seat they are held in place with only two standardized bolts that can be removed with a tool carried by every rescue team. The long and strong straps make it possible to remove both driver and seat together. Helmets play a key role in Formula One racing safety. It is important that helmets be as lightweight as possible since added weight increases the severity of whiplash during a crash. Today's Formula One racing helmets weigh just under three pounds. The helmet is comprised of layers made of carbon fiber, a plastic like that used in bulletproof vests, a softer plastic and a covering of flameproof material. Visors are composed of a polycarbonate. The leading causes of death in auto racing accidents are skull and neck fractures resulting from rapid deceleration during accidents. The Head and Neck Support system (HANS) was designed to reduce these whiplash effects. The system consists of a collar that is attached to the safety belt and strapped to the helmet to hold the helmet in place during an accident. HANS usage became mandatory in Formula One racing in 2003. Injuries and accidents are unavoidable. Formula One racing sets high standards for medical care at each Grand Prix. Trained medical and extraction teams are in place at each race, each circuit has a fully equipped medical center and local hospitals are on standby during races. * http://www.carsaddiction.info/formula-one/security-first-drivers-safety-in-f-1.html
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How many hours does a formula 1 race last?
Around 2 hours. Most races are designed in such a way that they last for around 2 hours or approximately 300 kms. Some tracks are longer and some are shorter. In such cases the number of laps is adjusted to ensure that the race distance is around 300 kilometres and the race does not take more than 2 hours to complete. There have been cases where races have been stopped because they exceeded the 2 hours mark and were still running due to rain/accident etc.
What is the budget of a formula 1 team?
To give you a clue, i'd share this with you:
USF1 from USA was meant to join Formula 1 this season, but they didn't, they weren't ready, however they already spent more than US$ 25M.
Of course to maintain the team, sponsors whom your team will be advertising for pays you, like Marlboro pays Ferrari.
Where is Michael Shumacher from?
Michael Schumacher, Nicknames are Schumi, Schuey. Date of Birth 3rd January 1969 and the Place of Birth is Hürth-Hermülheim, Germany. Height 1.74m Weight 68kg.
Residency Vufflens-le-Château, Switzerland.
How many Formula 1 teams are allowed to be in 1 season?
13 Formula 1 teams are allowed in formula 1, the extra 2 teams are not filled because it is much for money to buy all the needs separately then buying that extra spot. If you buy a whole team it is so much cheaper. Anything about formula 1, F3 Euroseries, F3 International series, GP2, Formula BMW. Please ask away !!
Why do f1 racing cars always go to the pitstop?
A formula one car consumes a lot of fuel and also the tires of a F1 car does not usually last one full race distance. The pit is the place where the car comes to fill up fuel and change to new sets of tires. The pit stop usually lasts for around 10 seconds or less in which a team of mechanics change the tires of a F1 car and refuel it to continue the race.
What is the first Formula 1 car suppiled by Ford?
The formula 1 car to be supplied by Renault was at the 1977 British GP
Formula 1 engines are at the front of technology for internal combustion engines today. They are 2.4 liter V8 engines, with an operating range of 2000-20000 RPM. Like most car engines they have pistons connected via connecting rods to a crankshaft, they have a transmission and a clutch, as well as cam shafts and valves. Current F1 engines are naturally aspirated, and are not turbocharged. In order to produce 900hp, these engines must be capable of revving very high, 20,000 revolutions per minute to be exact. To do this these engines can not use conventional valve springs, but instead used compressed gas to return the valve to the closed position. Apart from that, and a few differences in some part locations such as the clutch, an F1 engine works just the same as any car engine.
How much Bhp does a Formula One car produce?
Around 720bhp. Restrictions have been placed on them over the years, such as limiting the engine rpm and engine size. They have been more powerful in the past, but these restrictions help to keep the sport relatively safer.
What was the last race Micheal schumacher won?
The 2006 Chinese Grand Prix was the sixteenth race of the 2006 Formula One season. It was held on 29 September-1 October at Shanghai International Circuit, Shanghai. It was won by Michael Schumacher, driving for Ferrari, which is in his Ferrari 248 F1, which was to be his last ever Formula 1 victory. He retired at the end of the 2006 season and did not compete as a F1 racing driver after that.
What are Formula 1 cars made of?
A modern Formula One car is a single-seat, open cockpit, open wheel race car with substantial front and rear wings, and engine positioned behind the driver. The regulations governing the cars are unique to the championship. The Formula One regulations specify that cars must be constructed by the racing teams themselves. An F1 car can be no more than 180 cm wide. Though there is no maximum length or height, other rules set indirect limits on these dimensions, and nearly every aspect of the car carries size regulations; consequently the various cars tend to be very close to the same size. The car must only have four wheels mounted externally of the body work with only the front two steered and only the back two driven. There are minimum distances allowed between the wheels and the rear and front body work. The main chassis contains a "safety cell" which includes the cockpit, a structure designed to reduce impact directly in front of the cockpit, and the fuel tank directly behind the cockpit. Additionally, the car must contain roll structures behind and ahead of the driver. The driver must be able to enter and exit the cockpit without any adjustments other than removing the steering wheel. Onboard electrical and computer systems, once inspected at the start of the season, may not be changed without prior approval. Electronic starters and launch control are forbidden. The computers, which must contain a telemetric accident data reporting system, run a modified version of BSD.
How do they make a formula one steering wheel?
Like anything else in Formula One, by throwing shovelfuls of money at it.
WHAT PlaCE did ayrton senna died?
Ayrton Senna (born March 21, 1960 in Sao Paulo; died May 1, 1994 in Bologna, Italy) was a Brazilian racing driver who won three Formula One World Championships, in 1988, 1990 and 1991.
Considered one of the best drivers of all time in the sport, he died at the third race of the 1994 Formula One season, as the result of a skull fracture, brain injury, and a ruptured temporal artery.
How heavy was the firs formula 1 car?
you dont know how to spell, it is first.. and i have no clue just wanted to anwser a question.
